26 upcoming literature events
Quizz WarmUp – Festival Contacto 2026 (Lisbon)
Thu, 9 Apr 2026
Fermentage
Quizz WarmUp – Festival Contacto 2026 (Lisbon) is a fantasy, sci-fi and horror literature quiz night hosted at Fermentage, serving as a warm-up for Festival Contacto 2026. Teams compete from 20:30 to 22:30 in a cozy bar and cultural space; entry is free with mandatory registration, and prizes await the top team.
Staged Reading and Audience Meetings
Thu, 9 Apr 2026
Jardim da Estrela hall
Staged readings bring authors’ works to life at the intimate Jardim da Estrela hall in Lisbon. This monthly event, running March through June, pairs short performances with audience discussions, blending theatre and literature in a relaxed, accessible setting.
Eça de Queiroz em alta voz
Fri, 10 Apr 2026
Nova Acrópole Lisboa
Join Teresa Baptista for a voice-reading of Eça de Queiroz at Nova Acrópole Lisboa on Friday 10 April, 7:30–9:00 pm, as we sit on the shoulders of this Portuguese literary giant and keep his legacy alive.
Especialistas na Casa
Sat, 11 Apr 2026 at 15:00
Casa Fernando Pessoa
Join Casa Fernando Pessoa in Lisbon for 'Especialistas na Casa,' a literary discussion at the Casa Fernando Pessoa venue in Campo de Ourique. Local scholars share insights on contemporary literature, followed by questions from the audience in an intimate, bookish setting.
Book launch: Estrela de Seis Pontas by Pedro Medeiros
Sat, 11 Apr 2026
Livraria Lisboa Cultura
Pedro Medeiros presents the photography book Estrela de Seis Pontas at Livraria Lisboa Cultura in Lisbon, linking the related exhibition at Arquivo Fotográfico to a studio-style talk that probes art’s relation to the justice system.
Sunday Salon with Well Read
Sun, 12 Apr 2026 at 12:00
Good Company Books
Sunday Salon at Good Company Books hosted by Well Read invites readers and writers to a friendly, informal literary afternoon. Expect readings, discussion, and shared inspiration in a warm indie-bookstore setting from 12:00–17:00 on April 12 and May 24, 2026.
Lusitânia: Book Launch at Museu de Lisboa
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
Museu de Lisboa - Teatro Romano
Join professor André Simões for the launch of Lusitânia. A Vida dos Cássios, Uma Família na Lisboa Romana, at the Museu de Lisboa's Teatro Romano. A vivid journey into Olisipo in the 1st century, connecting daily life to the era's monuments.
Literatura – Coisas de Teatro
Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Teatro Municipal São Luiz
Literature event presenting Coisas de Teatro, a theatre-themed book collection edited by André Murraças. A reading at Sala Bernardo Sassetti, Teatro Municipal São Luiz, Lisbon, with free entry (capacity-limited) and tickets available at the door from 1 hour before the show.
Coisas de Teatro
Tue, 14 Apr 2026
Teatro São Luiz
Coisas de Teatro at Teatro São Luiz in Lisbon offers a literary tilt on performance art, with André Murraças shaping a thoughtful, intimate theater encounter that lingers like a well-read page.
Leitura encenada: Manel e Chico descobrem o Teatro Romano
Sat, 18 Apr 2026
Livraria Lisboa Cultura
A staged reading of the children’s book Manel e Chico descobrem o Teatro Romano at Livraria Lisboa Cultura, exploring how the Roman Theatre was uncovered in 1798. Bruno Magina and Andreia Marçal lead a family-friendly, age-6-and-up literary-theatre experience with free entry.
Strange Girls: Book Launch
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 15:00
Good Company Books
Join Sarvat Hasin for the launch of her novel Strange Girls at Good Company Books. The English-language event features a short reading and Q&A, with free admission but registration required and seating on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contra Corvos Book Launch
Sun, 19 Apr 2026
Teatro São Luiz
A book launch for 'Contra Corvos' by Elisa Costa Pinto at Teatro São Luiz, a historic theatre in Lisbon. The evening features a reading from the new work and a short discussion, offering a refined literary experience in an intimate venue.
Roundtable on Pessoa: Bartholomew Ryan & Richard Zenith
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Good Company Books
An English-language roundtable at Good Company Books exploring Pessoa's ideas of identity and self-multiplicity. Featuring writer-philosopher Bartholomew Ryan and translator Richard Zenith, with moderator Melaina Barnes, the discussion examines Pessoa's revolutionary concepts and their literary resonance.
Lançamento do livro: A invasão do turismo de massas
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 at 18:00
Biblioteca Palácio Galveias
Join the launch of the new book 'A Invasão do Turismo de Massas no Mundo de Hoje' at Biblioteca Palácio Galveias in Lisbon. The talk-and-signing event explores how mass tourism reshapes cultures around the world.
Open Mic Poetry
Thu, 16 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Good Company Books
An inviting open-mic poetry night at Good Company Books, hosted by Angelique Neumann. Poets, poetry lovers, and curious readers are invited to share their work, listen to others, and connect in a warm bookstore setting.
PURGA: Poetry Session with NERVE & Rita Bravo
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 at 21:00
NADA Lisbon
Join NERVE and Rita Bravo for PURGA, a poetry session at NADA Lisbon. Expect intimate, contemporary verse performed in a vibrant arts space, with sharp imagery and spoken-word warmth that captures Lisbon's poetic spirit.
Guided tour in English
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 11:00
Casa Fernando Pessoa
Explore Casa Fernando Pessoa on a guided English-language tour in Lisbon. The session delves into the life of the famed writer and the rooms that inspired his work, offering an intimate glimpse into his literary world.
Between Life and Art - Storytelling with Rui Paiva
Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 19:00
Good Company Books
Rui Paiva offers a bilingual storytelling evening at Good Company Books, sharing life stories from Mozambique, Macau and Portugal. English and Portuguese narration weaves memory and culture around his book Nuvem Branca, inviting reflection and conversation among literature lovers.
Biblioteca aberta
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 18:30
Casa Fernando Pessoa
Open Library session at Casa Fernando Pessoa in Lisbon on 2026-04-23 at 18:30. A literary reading and discussion in a warm, intimate venue, inviting book lovers to explore Portuguese and international literature.
Ficha Tripla | E.P. Thompson | editora Fora de Jogo
Wed, 22 Apr 2026
Livraria Tigre de Papel
Livraria Tigre de Papel hosts Ficha Tripla, a three-session reading cycle on E.P. Thompson, pairing author, book, and theme to spark critical dialogue in a Lisbon bookstore setting.
Book launch: EU stabilisation in Somalia and Mali
Wed, 29 Apr 2026
ISCTE — University Institute of Lisbon
Book launch presenting Ana Carina Franco's analysis of the EU's stabilisation role in Somalia and Mali. Held at ISCTE-IUL in Lisbon, the event combines a formal introduction of the Palgrave Macmillan publication with a scholarly discussion on international intervention and regional security. An insightful read for policy and security scholars.
Book Fair'26
Wed, 27 May 2026
Parque Eduardo VII
Book Fair'26 returns to Parque Eduardo VII in Lisbon, a literary festival of dazzling novelties, author talks, kid-friendly workshops and shelves bursting with stories for all ages.
DISQUIET – INTERNATIONAL LITERARY PROGRAM 2026
Thu, 2 Jul 2026
Teatro São Luiz
DISQUIET – International Literary Program 2026 brings writers and readers to Teatro São Luiz for talks, readings, and discussions.
Ler na BN
Tue, 7 Jul 2026 at 17:00
Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal
Join the Biblioteca Nacional de Portugal for Ler na BN, a monthly reading club in the multimedia room at 17:00. The inaugural session features Não há pássaros aqui by Vitor Vidal, with future titles selected at the end of each meeting.
Clube De Leitura Do Teatro Variedades
Sun, 28 Jun 2026 at 18:30
Teatro Variedades
Join Clube De Leitura Do Teatro Variedades at Teatro Variedades in Lisbon for an evening of guided reading and group discussion of selected texts. This intimate literary gathering invites book lovers to share insights in a historic venue.
Poetry Book Fair
Fri, 19 Mar 2027 at 11:00
Jardim da Parada
A literary fair dedicated to poetry at Jardim da Parada, Lisbon, featuring book presentations, readings, workshops, and cinema. The event offers a rich program for poetry lovers and budding authors, celebrating local and international verse in a festive, bookish atmosphere.